The Nursing Research Specialty prepares nurses
to conduct and coordinate
clinical research. This program was developed in response to
interest from nurses who want to make a positive contribution
to patient outcomes and service delivery, in ways other than
through direct patient care. The curriculum emphasizes the development
of nurses' expertise in clinical research. Through a variety
of experiences in the classroom and in practica, students have
an opportunity to apply principles to the management of clinical
research studies. The program also stresses the development
of leadership in nursing. As graduates of this program, nurses
in clinical research are involved in many phases of the research
process:
- project managers
- consultants
- adverse event coordinators
The Nursing Research Concentration of the Advanced Specialty
Roles Program is a 40-credit program that can be completed
on a full-time or part-time basis. The program is composed
of the core for the Advanced Specialty Roles and the Research
Cognates. The core serves as the basis for increasing the
students' knowledge of research for evidence-based practice,
health promotion, use of computer technology, and healthcare
outcomes.
The Research Cognates include:
- coursework in statistics
- research computing
- coordinating clinical trials
- professional communications
- research practicum
Electives are chosen to enhance the student's scientific
base, and might include courses such as statistics, genetics,
case management, or organizational theories. Curriculum requirements
can be met through a variety of courses offered through
the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, School of
Medicine, the Graduate School of Public Health and other
school's of the Health Sciences. Graduates are eligible
to take a certification examination from a number of certifying
organizations. The Nursing Research Program offers flexibility
in course selection and focus in the role while maintaining
rigor. Students confer with their advisor to develop a curriculum
plan that best suits their needs and career trajectory.
The program accepts students from a wide variety of backgrounds
and with a variety of career goals. Applicants should have
a BSN and 1 year of nursing experience. Registered nurses
who do not have a BSN may enroll in this program through
the RN to MSN option.
To receive an application packet, please call Student Services
Office at (412) 624-4586 or 1-888-747-0794 or e-mail
sao50@pitt.edu |
